Apart from the entire Indian film fraternity, several notable actors from Hollywood also paid their tributes to Irrfan Khan.

Bollywood actor Irrfan Khan passed away on Wednesday in Mumbai’s Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital after a long battle with cancer.

The actor’s spokesperson said in a statement, “‘I trust I have surrendered’ – These were some of the many words that Irrfan expressed in a heart felt note he wrote in 2018 opening up about his fight with cancer. And a man of few words and an actor of silent expressions with his deep eyes and his memorable actions on screen. It’s saddening that this day, we have to bring forward the news of him passing away. Irrfan was a strong soul, someone who fought till the very end and always inspired everyone who came close to him. After having been struck by lightning in 2018 with the news of a rare cancer, he took life soon after as it came and he fought the many battles that came with it. Surrounded by his love, his family for whom he most cared about, he left for heaven abode, leaving behind truly a legacy of his own. We all pray and hope that he is at peace. And to resonate and part with his words, he had said, ‘As if I was tasting life for the first time, the magical side of it.’”

The actor was diagnosed with neuroendocrine cancer in 2018 and had been travelling to London for his treatment.

His last Hindi film was Angrezi Medium, which released on March 13 this year. But due to ill health, Irrfan did not promote the film.

Irrfan is survived by wife Sutapa Sikdar and his two children, Babil and Ayan.

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Celebrities mourn the demise of Irrfan Khan

16:41 (IST)30 Apr 2020

Kiku Sharda: It was an honour meeting him, knowing him, working with him

It was an honour meeting him,knowing him, working with him, being around him and seeing how he does what he does so effortlessly. I wish I could have more of him, we could have more of him. Will miss #IrrfanKhan sir , the man, the talent, the LEGEND. RIP🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/WulBXon43d

The actor tweeted, “So sad that we have lost an actor par excellence and beyond that a lovely person @irrfank .you will always remain in our hearts sir. Strength to the family. RIP.”

15:09 (IST)30 Apr 2020

Neetu Chandra: My memories with Irrfan are only that of laughter and smiles

My memories with Irrfan are only that of laughter and smiles. I still can’t process this. A humble actor/friend like Irrfan Khan will never be born again. My thoughts and prayers are with his wife and sons who have to deal with such a huge and unpredictable loss 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/NocGgxpzgQ

Thankyou for your artistry, magic and light. Thankyou for being you .we will miss you 💔 I pray that you found all that you looked for here and I wish you the most beautiful onward journey .. pic.twitter.com/5MMUBw3JoD

Such heartbreaking news ,an incredible Artist with an iconic Legacy of work . Gone too soon . He was an inspiration to me and many . #IrrfanKhan A great loss to cinema and the craft . May your soul RIP. Deepest condolences to his family .#RIPIrrfanKhan

Gabriel Macht, the actor who is well-known for playing the lead role in the legal drama Suits, took to Twitter to pay his respects to Irrfan Khan.

I met Irrfan Khan when he worked with @JacindaBarrett on The Namesake. One of the most pleasant, down to earth, and gentle beings in the few times I had with him. What a beautiful actor as well. Blessings to he and his family. #RIPIrrfanKhanhttps://t.co/R2CYNP6Sks

Lilly Singh: You were and will continue to be magic and an inspiration to myself

Very sad to hear the news of an absolute legend being taken too soon. RIP Irrfan Khan, an extraordinary actor with limitless talent. You were and will continue to be magic and an inspiration to myself and so many others. #RIPIrrfanKhan ❤️ pic.twitter.com/vtdWrdthOU

Actress Lesley-Ann Brandt, who is known for starring in dramas like Lucifer, took to Twitter to pay her condolences. “#IrrfanKhan such a beautiful artist. His eyes, I always got lost in them. On screen they told so many stories. Rest In Peace. Pensive face,” the post read.

Nimrat Kaur: Here’s to a lifetime of your quiet radiance, laughter and stories

The sun set on endless unrequited wishes today. In the end, images and stories are all that remain; with the richest ones thankfully tucked away. Here’s to a lifetime of your quiet radiance, laughter and stories...never will there be another. #IrrfanForever#RIPIrrfanKhanpic.twitter.com/op62pIXOvI

“#ripirfankhan We have lost one India’s finest actor .The films in which he portrayed his character will always be remember.may his soul rest in peace,” tweeted cinematographer and director PC Sreeram.

09:43 (IST)30 Apr 2020

Manoj Bajpayee: We were connected with the same thread of rejection and acceptance

Rasika Dugal posted on Twitter, "Thank you for sharing your magic with me Irrfan. You allowed me to walk with you into one of the many worlds you so beautifully & seemingly effortlessly, created.Mesmerized, I have never been able to walk away. I always hoped that we would work again... create again....and I would finally find the words to express what I felt about that time. In another universe... ..soon #RIPirrfankhan.”

09:23 (IST)30 Apr 2020

Fahadh Faasil on Irrfan Khan

Malayalam actor Fahadh Faasil shared a long statement about the “actor who changed his life”.